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Review · · by The Editors
Aprendiz Espadin
Aprendiz's standard espadín at 38-40% – too low for category seriousness
Score: 2.5/5 agaves
- Producer: Aprendiz Mezcal
- Maestro: Isaias Martinez Juan
- Region: San Juan del Rio, Oaxaca
- Agave: Espadin
- ABV: 38%
- Price: $52 ($)
Verdict
A commercial-tier entry that doesn't distinguish itself. Aprendiz's standard espadín at 38-40% is built for distribution rather than sipping; the producer's better work sits in the ensamble tier above it. Commercial-friendly proof is a budget decision, and the bottle reflects that priority over character. Consensus 3.0 is close. Buy the ensamble above it instead.
Commercial espadín at commercial proofs
Tasting notes
Nose: Cooked agave with faint smoke, banana
Palate: Thin and sweet at 38-40% – commercial-friendly
Finish: Dry – short
The bottom line
Buy the ensamble above it instead
Where to buy online
We found this bottle at 1 US retailer. Prices and stock vary – click through to check.